Australia's only remaining theatre pub serves modern European fare by award-winning chef Anna Ugarte-Carral. Catch live music, cabaret, or a play, then linger at the bar where playwrights and locals have gathered for 150 years." description_markdown="Australia's last theatre pub is a Woolloomooloo institution where dinner and a show come standard. Award-winning chef Anna Ugarte-Carral runs the kitchen, turning out modern European plates that draw foodies alongside theatre regulars.

The venue has launched countless events over its 150-year history, from live music and alfresco day parties to cabaret drag nights and theatre opening galas. Playwright Louis Nowra captured it best: the real stars here are the cast of characters gathered at the bar.

Catch a show at the Old Fitz Theatre upstairs, then settle in for a pre-theatre banquet where $5 from each meal supports the theatre. Whether you're here for the play, the music, or just a drink, the atmosphere carries the unmistakable energy of old Kings Cross." tips=["🍽️ Ask about the pre-theatre banquet menu","🎭 Check the theatre schedule before visiting","🥂 The bar is lively even without shows"] insider_tip="The cast of real-life characters at the bar are the real stars." lineup="" search_keywords=["theatre pub","dinner and a show","live music","cabaret","modern European cuisine","historic pub","pre-theatre dinner","date night","group dining","playwrights hangout","award-winning chef","bistro","drag queen nights","theatre tickets","Woolloomooloo dining"] category_tags=["Historic theatre pub","Modern European bistro","Live music venue","Cabaret and drag nights","Pre-theatre dining","Award-winning chef","Local institution","150+ years of history